| Cruise line | Star Clippers |
|---|---|
| Ship | Star Clipper |
| Duration | 7 nights |
| Port calls | 6 |
| Departures | 4 sailings |
| From fare | $2,010 per person |
| Year built | 1992 |
| Guests | 170 |
| Cabins | 85 |
| Crew | 72 |
| Length | 111 m |
| Beam | 15 m |
| Cruising speed | 12.0 kn |
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Puerto Caldera, Costa Rica Cruise from Puntarenas — 8 Days
7 nights · Puerto Caldera, Costa Rica · Departs Puntarenas · Visiting Quepos, Golfito, Coiba Island Panama, Isla Gamez Panama, Tortuga Island Costa Rica · Aboard Star Clippers on the Star Clipper
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Day 1
Puntarenas
Step ashore in Puntarenas, Costa Rica’s long, narrow port city on the Pacific coast. From here, rainforest reserves, coffee country and the Nicoya Peninsula lie within reach. Walk the waterfront promenade for seafood and views across the Gulf of Nicoya. Or head inland to Monteverde’s cloud forest. Plan one excursion and allow time for the road; Puntarenas is best enjoyed at an unhurried pace.
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Day 2
Quepos
Quepos puts Costa Rica’s central Pacific within easy reach. The town grew around its harbor and remains a working gateway to sport fishing, coastal excursions and rainforest. Manuel Antonio National Park lies just south, where forest trails descend toward white-sand coves and Pacific waters. Browse the marina, sample fresh seafood or watch afternoon light settle over the bay. Bring swimwear, walking shoes and time to linger.
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Day 3
Golfito
Golfito lies between the forested slopes and sheltered waters of Golfo Dulce, on Costa Rica’s southern Pacific coast. The town grew around a banana port built by the United Fruit Company in the 1930s. Boat trips cross the gulf, with chances to see dolphins, sea turtles and migrating whales. Inland, steep green hills lead toward Piedras Blancas National Park and its rainforest.
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Day 4
Coiba Island Panama, Panama
Coiba Island rewards travelers willing to leave the mainland behind. Once a remote penal colony, Coiba is now the heart of Coiba National Park. This UNESCO World Heritage site protects rainforest, beaches and rich Pacific waters. Boat access keeps visits intimate, but expect simple facilities, guided excursions and little shade. Choose a snorkeling or diving trip to explore waters known for reef fish, sea turtles and seasonal pelagic life.
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Day 5
Isla Gamez Panama, Panama
Isla Gámez lies in Panama’s Gulf of Chiriquí, reached by boat from Boca Chica. Within the Gulf of Chiriquí National Marine Park, it offers a quieter encounter with Panama’s Pacific coast. Expect a palm-fringed shore, warm water and opportunities to snorkel among coral and tropical fish. Bring sun protection; shade and facilities can be limited. Swim, stroll the beach and enjoy a pause in this island seascape.
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Day 7
Tortuga Island Costa Rica
Off Costa Rica’s Nicoya Peninsula, Tortuga Island sits in the Gulf of Nicoya, a boat ride from the mainland. White sand and clear water set the scene for swimming and snorkeling among offshore reefs. Day visitors can also kayak or relax beneath the palms, with little to distract from the coast. Bring sun protection: services are limited, and this is a beach escape, not a town visit.
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Day 8
Puntarenas
Step ashore in Puntarenas, Costa Rica’s long, narrow port city on the Pacific coast. From here, rainforest reserves, coffee country and the Nicoya Peninsula lie within reach. Walk the waterfront promenade for seafood and views across the Gulf of Nicoya. Or head inland to Monteverde’s cloud forest. Plan one excursion and allow time for the road; Puntarenas is best enjoyed at an unhurried pace.
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Published August 5, 2026
Last updated October 3, 2026
Author: J. Richard
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